This appeal arose from a tragic boat accident involving multiple fatalities and injuries.
The Court of Appeal addressed three consolidated appeals: liability of government respondents, interpretation of the Marine Liability Act's monetary cap, and costs.
The court upheld the motion judge's finding that the boat operators were solely liable for the accident, dismissing the appeal against the government respondents.
It also affirmed that the Marine Liability Act's monetary cap for maritime claims for loss of life or personal injury does not include costs and interest.
While leave to appeal the quantum of costs and the Sanderson Order was denied, leave was granted on one specific costs issue, resulting in both estates being held jointly and severally liable for one plaintiff's costs.
